Festivals & Events

Festivals & Events

  • Annual Adam Bryant Minimal Regatta Event The Adam Bryant Minimal Regatta is a homemade boat race with a twist. You must construct your boat from minimal supplies.
  • Brighton Seminole Tribal Fair Expect to see horse races, native dances, rodeos, carnival, comedy and, of course, great live music. Food booths are local and include great Seminole food, but there will be something for everyone in the Pro Rodeo Fan Zone just before the arena.
  • Battle of Okeechobee The re-enactment raises public awareness about this historic battle.
  • Big “O” Birding Festival Glades and Hendry counties are a mecca for bird watching.  Get your binoculars and search for more than 300 species of birds, including Limpkins, migratory Swallow-Tailed Kites, and Painted Buntings between October and April.
  • Craft Fair in the Woods Artists and craftsmen display and sell handmade items amongst the huge cypress, cabbage and oak trees.
  • Fishermen’s Village Festival of Lights Over a million lights and themed decorations during December.
  • Florida Cracker Trail Cross-State Ride This annual cross state ride commemorates the dedication the Florida Cracker Trail.
  • Florida Freshwater Frontier Explore pristine freshwater rivers and lakes by canoe or kayak. Discover unique elements of the original Florida frontier. Explore antique towns, or play a round of golf on a scenic course under sun-kissed skies.
  • Florida Strawberry Festival A time in American history when fairs and festivals brought communities together through celebrations of their harvests continues here.
  • Okeechobee County Fair
  • Thundering Spirit Family POW WOW An outstanding collection of Native American artisans and traders bring their creativity, culture and crafts to this amazing event.